The Department of Transportation's new funding policy, mandated by Secretary Sean Duffy, gives preference to communities with high marriage and birth rates. This move has sparked criticism from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, especially given that the state's marriage and birth rates are among the lowest in the country. The article highlights concerns about the connection between this policy and public transit accessibility, emphasizing that reliable transportation is crucial for residents, regardless of family structure.
I got to be honest, I've really tried here but I do not see a connection. We're a state that's very serious about ensuring that our residents and our business have access to the highest quality public transit in the entire country.
It's concerning to governors around the country because people rely on transportation just like they rely on child care and infrastructure.
The DOT-supported or DOT-assisted programs, loans, contracts, and grants, including the Federal Transit Administration's Capital Investment Grant program, will prioritize goals like the accessibility of transportation to families with young children.
Governor Maura Healey criticized a new memo that indicated the Department of Transportation would be focusing its funding on communities with higher marriage and birth rates than the national average.
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